Obituaries

Dec 13, 2021

Brenda Frese Winters, 81, of Jonesboro, passed from this life at the Craighead Nursing Center on December 13, 2021. She was born in Jonesboro on February 24, 1940 to the late Luella and John Joseph Francis Frese. In addition to her parents, Brenda is preceded in death by her sister, Patsy Jane Stagner.

Brenda was a lifelong...

Dec 11, 2021

Matthew Damon Townsend, 68, of Jonesboro, passed from this life and joined his Savior on Saturday, Dec. 11, 2021, at St. Bernards Medical Center.

Born in Nevada, Missouri, Matt moved to Jonesboro with his family at an early age. He was a 7th grade student the first year MacArthur Junior High School opened its doors in Jonesboro....

Dec 11, 2021

Mr. Robert (Bobby) Webb of Swifton departed this life on December 11, 2021, at the age of 70. He was born February 7, 1951, in Newport, son of Ewell Webb and Elouise (Tharpe) Webb

He was a member of the Tuckerman High School Graduating Class of 1969 and was in the National Guard.

He retired...

Dec 11, 2021

Dale McCree Mashburn, 87 of Jonesboro passed from this life Saturday, December 11, 2021 at his residence with his family by his side.  Dale was born October 22, 1934 to the late Shirley and Eva Stacey Mashburn in Wynne.  He was a painter and a proud veteran of the U.S. Navy.  Dale was a Baptist who loved the Lord. ...

Dec 9, 2021

Barbara Ann Mashburn, 81 of Jonesboro passed from this life Thursday, December 9, 2021 at her home surrounded by her family.  She was born in Weona, Arkansas to Mark and Mabel Willard Johnson on September 17, 1940.  Barbara was a Baptist and loved Jesus first and had great love for her grandchildren.  She was the best mom and grandma. ...

Dec 9, 2021

Greta Troutt, 89, died Thursday evening at St. Bernards Regional Medical Center in Jonesboro.

She was the widow of John Troutt Jr., longtime publisher and owner of The Jonesboro Sun. She was very involved with the Foundation of the Arts and in her younger years she starred in several foundation productions including the role of Vera in...

Dec 9, 2021

Christopher Bradley Boylls, 33, of Jonesboro passed from this life Thursday, December 9, 2021 at his home. He was born May 16, 1988 in Jonesboro.

Christopher has lived in Jonesboro for most of his life and was a big Razorbacks fan. He was an Eagle Scout and enjoyed reading, writing, spending time with his family and his...

Dec 9, 2021

Jim Goad, 70, of Jonesboro passed from this life on December 9, 2021 at his residence. He was born on April 30, 1951 in St. Louis, Missouri to the late James and Gustavah Goad, and was raised in Strawberry. Jim retired from Hytrol after 39 years of service. He thoroughly enjoyed playing pool, his guitar, and watching UFC or...

Dec 9, 2021

Damien Dillion Schmersal, 1 month old, of Jonesboro met the eyes of Jesus on Thursday, December 9th, 2021. He was at home with his family when Jesus called him home. Damien was born November 6th at 12:34 a.m. 17 minutes before his twin sister. His entrance into the world was loud, fast, and fierce. He lit a spark in...

Dec 8, 2021

View Funeral Webcast

Cale Alexander Love, 24, of Bay, passed from this life on December 8, 2021. Cale was born on March 24, 1997 in Newport to Frank Love Jr and Kim Dedman-Love. He is preceded in death by his grandfather, JW Dedman.

Cale graduated from Bay High School in 2015. At a young age,...

Dec 8, 2021

Dennis Ray Hendley was born February 22, 1930, to Albert and Beatrice Hendley and grew up in Dixie.

During his life, he was a veteran, farmer, mechanic, certified Allis Chalmers dealer, and Owner/Founder of Dennis Equipment Company. His company, now known as DEC Engines, is still a family-owned business today.

He was a faithful member...

Dec 7, 2021

Mr. Paul Howe Elphingstone, age 81 of Jonesboro, Arkansas died on Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House at St. Bernard’s. Mr. Elphingstone was born Jun 30, 1940 in La Grange, Arkansas.  He was the son of Edwin Aubrey Elphingstone and Mary Madge Howe Elphingstone. Paul graduated from Louisiana Tech University with a degree in...

Dec 7, 2021

Joan Elizabeth Caldwell, 81, of Lake City passed from this life Tuesday, December 7, 2021 at the Flo and Phil Jones Hospice House in Jonesboro. She was born October 13, 1940 in Turtle Creek, Pennsylvania to the late Joseph and Rachel Comer.

Joan has lived in the Lake City area most of her life and was of...

Dec 6, 2021

Inez Griffin Salmons, 86, of Jonesboro, died Monday, December 6th, at Liberty Park Senior Living in Jonesboro.  She was born November 28th, 1935 to Donald and Wilma Falls Griffin, although she celebrated her birthday on November 27th.

A native and life-long resident of Jonesboro, Inez was a 1953 graduate of Valley View High School and was Salutatorian...

Dec 6, 2021

Suzanne Elaine Badeaux Barrett, 73, of Jonesboro, Arkansas passed from this life on Monday, December 6, 2021 at St. Bernards Medical Center. She was born in Franklin, Louisiana on July 27, 1948. Suzanne was of the Christian faith and a veteran of the US Army Reserves. She worked for over 30 years as a Human Resources Specialist at the...

Dec 5, 2021

Florence A. Cooper, 75, of Jonesboro passed from this life Sunday, December 5, 2021 at St. Bernard’s Medical Center. She was born to the late Joe N. and Mary Martin on December 2, 1946 in Jonesboro. She was a lifelong resident of Jonesboro and was a faithful member of First Baptist Church.

Florence was a retired school...

Dec 5, 2021

The service will be livestreamed through the Huntington Church's Facebook page at 1:00 p.m. on Thursday.

Roy Edward Cooper was born to Paul and Clara Ruth Cooper on October 17, 1932.

He spent his younger years in a rural area between what is now Jonesboro and Brookland.  He attended Clinton school early on...

Dec 3, 2021

Adrienne "Renee" Greer went to her Heavenly home on Friday, December 3, 2021. She was born on February 28, 1968 at St. Bernards in Jonesboro to Odos and Diana Greer. Renee was preceded in death by her biological dad, Odos Greer, Memaw and Papa Book, Memaw and Papa Greer, and brother, Johnny Wayne Cook.

Renee is survived...

Dec 3, 2021

Richard “Doyle” Dorton, 83, of Jonesboro passed from this life on Friday, December 3, 2021 at St. Bernards Medical Center. He was born to the late Albert and Bertha Dorton on June 3, 1938 in Jonesboro. Doyle was an electrician for over 40 years, he finished his career working for Nettleton Public Schools. He enjoyed spending time on the...

Dec 3, 2021

Mr. James “Buster” Robinson of Jonesboro, Arkansas, departed this life on Friday December 3, 2021, at the age of 87. He was born May 15, 1934, to the late James H and Dovea (Pogue) Robinson of Jonesboro, Arkansas

In addition to his parents Buster is preceded in death by; two Sisters, Ludean (B.C.) Gulley, Billie Jean Robinson;...